Lata Iskandar Waterfall Tapah — Attraction in Perak

A Scenic Stop Worth Making

On our journey down from Cameron Highlands via the Tapah route, we decided to stop by Lata Iskandar, and it proved to be a lovely little stop.

The time you spend here really depends on what you’re after. If it’s just for a few photos and to enjoy the view, 15 to 30 minutes will suffice. However, if you’re planning to dip your feet in or explore a little more, you could easily stay longer. There is no entrance fee required for now.

Parking can be a bit of a challenge, especially during peak times, as there’s no designated parking area; just roadside spots. Do be careful when stopping because the roads are generally narrower.

One of the charms of this location is the abundance of local stalls lining the road. Many of the items sold are handmade, and it’s a good opportunity to browse for souvenirs or local snacks. Public toilets are also available at some of these stalls, generally charging RM1 per use.

The waterfall itself is quite stunning and definitely worth a visit, even if it’s just for a short toilet break and to take in the scenery. Highly recommended if you’re using the Tapah route down from...

A fun fact about Lata Iskandar:

Although many believe it sits in Pahang, it's actually located in Perak, specifically in the Batang Padang district—just before entering Pahang en route to the Cameron Highlands .

Here are some more interesting insights:

🌊 Multi-tiered granite cascade: This waterfall features several granite slopes, with a final majestic 25 m drop into a natural pool below—a popular photo spot .

🛍️ Roadside artisanal bazaar: Lined with stalls selling Orang Asli handicrafts, jungle fruits, herbs, even traditional "aphrodisiacs," it doubles as a cultural stopover .

🧗 Easy adventure upgrades: Though perched beside a bustling trunk road, the site now boasts tiled walkways, a concrete bridge, gazebos, restrooms, and staircases leading up to higher cascades .

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The perfect weekend escape: It’s free to visit, has wading pools ideal for families, and serves as a refreshing pit stop for travelers en route to Cameron Highlands .

So next time you cruise up to the highlands, make sure to swing by Lata Iskandar. It’s not just a scenic waterfall—it’s a vibrant cultural hub nestled right by...

Amazing place if you are in for a quick dip in chilling waterfall. The size of the place is good enough to accommodate large families (though depends on holiday season). The water is cold as ice, given that Lata Iskandar is situated at halfway to Cameron Highlands. The environment is clean enough, though frequent waste bin cleaning will be better. There are road side stalls selling light food like cempedak goreng, pisang goreng and heavy meal like nasi lauk and goreng-goreng. However, do note that vehicle parking is the biggest concern here as there is no dedicated parking area. One has to park at the road side along the way. This causes massive traffic jam along the way.

P/s: Do try this road side stall that serves awesome Nasi Goreng biasa but includes udang and ayam bits. The same goes for their New Goreng and Kuey Teow...